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Public Area Stylist (Casual) - W Edinburgh

United Kingdom W Edinburgh Estimated salary: Approximately £12.60–£14.00 per hour, depending on experience and applicable UK statutory pay rates; casual shifts may vary.
Role summary

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The Public Area Stylist is responsible for keeping guest-facing areas of W Edinburgh clean, polished and welcoming. Duties typically include cleaning and maintaining lobbies, corridors, lifts, public washrooms, restaurants, entrances and other shared spaces, replenishing supplies, removing waste and reporting maintenance or safety issues. Candidates should have good attention to detail, a positive attitude and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high presentation standards. Previous housekeeping, cleaning or hotel experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires reliability, physical stamina, flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays, and a professional approach when interacting with guests and colleagues.

About the employer

W Edinburgh is a luxury lifestyle hotel operated under the W Hotels brand, part of Marriott International. Located in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter, the hotel combines contemporary design, vibrant social spaces, restaurants, bars, event facilities and guest accommodation. W Hotels is known for its energetic atmosphere, distinctive style and focus on music, design, local culture and personalised service. Employees typically work in a fast-paced hospitality environment where presentation, teamwork and guest engagement are important. As part of Marriott International, W Edinburgh may provide access to structured training, career development, employee rates at participating hotels and opportunities to progress within a global hospitality network. The property serves leisure travellers, business guests, groups and events, making flexibility and consistent service important across all departments.

What the job usually comes with in the UK

Usual for the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingLive-in common in rural hotels
MealsStaff meals common
FlightsNo
Service charge100% of tips and service charges to staff (by law)
ContractPermanent or seasonal
Leave28 days
Income taxAbout 14% in all at GBP 25,000

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

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